The place to watch Iowa games, especially if Jake or Endo is behind the bar…read more Great selection of beer. They will have something you like. Their mix drinks are great. Not burned but you can taste the liquor. They have frozen pizzas if you want a snack.

Had a couple drinks here while in town for my brother's graduation. I have to say I was impressed…read moreby the beer selection. Being in a college town I automatically expected there to be just basic beers on the menu, but the bar offered a variety of different craft beers. I have to say I was very impressed. The owner and locals were extremely friendly and welcoming. Enjoyed The Wooden Foot very much. If you are ever in Waverly, Iowa you must go there.

Dusty's Lounge is a vibe! I feel like I'm hanging out in my Midwestern grandpa's best friend's…read morebasement, but without the weird old man smell. The drinks are delish, regularly rotating taps, and while the food menu is limited, there are some all-stars that are sure to please! My food recommendations: Deviled eggs & pretzels The Grinder sandwich (ask for an extra side of the special sauce)

Classic lounge vibe. Deviled eggs and beer what more could…read moreyou ask for? A few good places to hop around in those few blocks.

I don't know how I never heard of this place! Wife gave options for dinner for her mom's…read morebirthday/Mother's Day dinner. Atomic pizza or Dan's roadhouse. We've been to Atomic several times and it's always good. Of course I wanted to try something new, but it's not my birthday. Thankfully, her mother also wanted to go because they also had not tried it. No signage on the outside, except a sandwich board, which I had never seen in all the times we've driven past. Typical bar on one side, large dining room on the other. Small menu, but excellent execution. We all got a single patty smash burger and fries, and started with cheese curds. WOW! Those cheese curds may have been the best I've ever had. And that burger! If I hadn't eaten at a grad party earlier, I probably would have gotten the double smash. And the portion of fries! I was able to finish all of mine, leaving everyone else wondering how! Nobody else could finish theirs. I will definitely be back!

Our first visit to Dan's Road House was more than expected. The owner's mom recommended her son's…read morerecommended. Since I knew her from high school we headed to Cresco, IA for lunch, plus I had never had a smash burger. We left satisfied after a 'damn good' burger and fries. Tony had his plain and I added lettuce, tomatoes, and onion to mine. Heads up it comes with a double patty plus the bun is purchased locally from the town's bakery. Delicious! Forgot to mention we started off with a large serving of cheese curds and ranch dressing Yummy! The owner's dad, John, waited on us, and not only was he helpful and friendly, he was funny. Dan stopped by to check on us and we had a nice chat. The venue has a lengthy history and it feels and is decorated like a road house. We will be back!

Based on our visit here earlier today we can atest to the fact that these folks received a very…read morewell deserved award for the Best Burger in Iowa 2026! All three of us (the Mrs, my Aunt, and myself) ordered the Biertgarten Smashburgers and we split an order of the Cheese Curds. The burgers were two 4oz chuck/brisket patties, fried onion, American cheese, lettuce, pickles, and Smash Sauce served on a toasted brioche bun and is FANTASTIC! Have plenty of napkins at your disposal as the flavor oozes from this burger! The hand-cut fries are a great side and very good too (I had to add some salt to put them over the top)...the Cheese Curds made it a trifecta...they were outstanding as well, crispy coating and melt in your mouth cheesyness! The servers were very helpful and ready to help out at a moments notice. Dixie's Biertgarten Smashburger has moved on to my Top 5 Burgers I've Ever Had list... It was around 3 in the afternoon and the place was packed (casual atmosphere and some sports on the big screens) so you may have to wait for a seat...there is some outdoor seating but it was raining today but FYI....it's definitely worth the time so be patient!

We rolled into Decorah after a hot day on the motorcycle and pulled into the parking lot which was…read morefull. Walked in and was greeted warmly and told how things work. Seat yourself, order at the bar and receive a buzzer to pick up food. 2026 best burger in Iowa so we ordered that to share, along with a generous basket of lightly battered and delicious cheese curds. Burger was very shareable and came with fries. Not sure it's the best in the state, but it was very good. Despite being busy, food came out quickly. Great selection of local craft beers on tap. Decorah has amazing beers. Special note that the staff was very friendly. This was a great bar and grill and I can totally see why it was crawling with guests. We will be back when in town again.

Stopped by today after a long bike ride. Good food, cold beer and great service at a very…read morereasonable price.

For a small town bar, it was always a great place for a cold drink & hot food! It's the only bar…read moreI've been to that has a jail cell inside!

We googled great places to stop and eat and have a craft beer on our way from Iowa to the Twin…read moreCities. We were very fortunate to to meet Jeremy the owner and the wonderful bar tender Sonya! We decided to go with the Ole's Burger with tots! Yum!!! We loved it! There was a great selection of beer and if shots are your thing spin the shot wheel and make sure to have a sober cab What a wonderful bar/restaurant. The four of us are so glad we stopped here and will be back!

We were chastised by the drunks at the end of the bar, for wearing masks upon our entry into this…read moreshithole. I'm being nice, we typically like dive bars, but this one is subterranean...I'm sure there are many establishments in the area far better to spend your dough at. Slugged our beverages down and got out, ASAP.

I love small local bars that may or may mot be packed with local crowds and this place is perfect…read more Cheap drinks is what it's about, and they deliver here with zero frills and a trough urinal . Love these bars.

You want a great place to grab a great tasting beer? This is the place. I'm wrong to limit the…read moregreatness to the beer, the wine is pretty tasty as well. Atmosphere is laid back and the music is just loud enough to hear and hum along to while still being able to hear the conversation of the people you came with. Conversation with others and beer is always better than beer and your own thoughts. I'd recommend getting a flight. They make suggestions if you're not sure what to get and this way you get a taste of what's on tap. Go ahead and let your tastebuds discover a new craft beer from around the country! You're in Iowa. If you can't get out a little, at least let your tastebuds travel. Also had a glass of the Cow Catcher wine, a very yummy red. Good local and national roots behind the winery that makes it, be sure to ask about it.

This is a great place to get a crafted beer. Don't know what you like? No problem, they'll let you…read moretaste test before you purchase at no charge. Yeah, no kidding! No food, but you can bring your own. No loud music or tv's, this is a place to have a conversation or play games, they have an assortment to choose from. Nice relaxed atmosphere, definitely a place where everyone knows your name, if not when you arrive, definitely when you leave.

It smells like urine through the bar. There was no bartender for the first 10 minutes and she could…read morenot make change for my beer.

Clean bar and bathrooms. (Very important ) Nice bartender and friendly customers. We will…read moredefinitely be back.

Hidden Gem!!! Small towns always have the best bar and grills! I have visited this certain Bar &…read moreGrill several times and have been pleased every single time! Food is great! I have yet to try their Pork Chops(because I'm not a huge pork fan) but everyone who has had them, says they are AMAZING! Staff is so kind and friendly! They have daily specials that are always a wonderful. I would recommend this place to anyone that lives around the area....the little drive is well worth the trip!

Friendly staff. Didn't try the food (except for the microwave popcorn) but as far as I could tell…read morethe locals drinks were stiff and won't break the bank. We had tap beers. Interesting decor with old beer relics on the walls. Fun place to swing by for a drink.